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Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 117 attractions in Memphis
Traveler Description: Visitors can tour the tunnels used by runaway slaves who stopped at this plantation, one of the stations of the Underground Railroad.
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Attraction type: Historic home, Tour, History museum, Other
Address: 826 N Second St Memphis, TN 38107
Tel: 901-527-3427

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Reviews of Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum

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Aug 10, 2008

As I read over the other reviews on this page, I am surprised. My trip to Slave Haven was not anything like the other reviewers state. My tour had nothing to do with the Underground Railroad and very little to do with any of the history of that time period. The tour guide seemed more interested in promoting Black people... more

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5 of 5 stars
London, England
May 11, 2008

You really must include this as part of your Memphis itinerary. The museum is awesome! We spent 2 hours and thoroughly enjoyed it as it was very thought provoking and inspirational. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. A great gem!! It will not disappoint! One of the highlights of our Deep South fly-drive more

Sep 3, 2007

Stirring stories told by a family of local civil rights activists and educators accompanied by African music as you tour a significant stop on the Underground Railroad. Everyone needs to hear and see this important site. more

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5 of 5 stars
sixersgirl
Jul 19, 2007

I have never left a review before, but felt that this museum needed the support. The estate was very eye opening, and the tour guide ( I wish I could remember his name) spoke with such a passion that I could have listened to him for hours. I learned a lot from him and would recommend this stop to anyone!... more

Aug 1, 2006
9/9 found this review helpful

I have toured many old plantation homes and another underground railroad home, but none gave the information packed inside this humble home. It shows how some people were willing to risk their very lives to help people who were oppressed. It also shows an honest view of what slaves went through. My group had members from age 6 to 78,... more

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5 of 5 stars
Denver, CO
Jul 24, 2006
4/4 found this review helpful

I took my daughter, 17, for a tour. She is a history buff and we are from Denver, CO. The tour is given in a simple, straight-forward presentation. The most benefit is gained when you open your heart and mind and let your emotions and thoughts drift back and join those who passed through this tiny home. Bless all who... more

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5 of 5 stars
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
May 17, 2006
5/6 found this review helpful

The first review on this list is ridiculous! The guide explains clearly that the underground means secret and railroad refers to the river just 2 blocks away. It was a very humbling experience and a can't miss if you are wanting to learn some history. more

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4 of 5 stars
Boston, Massachusetts
Mar 16, 2006
10/10 found this review helpful

Erica the tour guide was full of information. She gave a full history about slavery and my jaw dropped as she was telling the stories. It is not America's finest hour but still a part of history and worth visiting regardless. Only open Tues-Sat so plan accordingly. more

Jul 21, 2005
6/54 found this review helpful

Um, everyone realises that the underground railroad wasn't actually a railroad, right? This place is an absolute fraud. Pure, unadulturated crap. Only worth going to see the all-to-earnest guides explain that the underground railroad had rails. Hilarious. And sad. more

Jan 31, 2003
25/26 found this review helpful

I toured the home about 8 years ago. I must say it was very impressionable. The house is very small and old but it gives a true experience of what it was like and where the term 'underground railroad' originated. Don't believe your history teacher when they say there was no real underground railroad because here it is, traveling through... more

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Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum Address

826 N Second St, Memphis, TN 38107
Tel: 901-527-3427